A-Level PE AQA Data

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This set covers A-Level PE AQA: Data, explaining the difference between quantitative data (numerical and factual) and qualitative data (subjective insights, opinions, and emotions). It helps learners understand how different types of data are used to assess and improve performance.

What is quantitative data?

contains factual information and numerical values


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What is quantitative data?

contains factual information and numerical values


What is qualitative data?

is subjective, as it looks at feelings, opinions and emotions

What does quantitative data compare to?

Quantitative analysis compares the scores to other people or standardised tables

What does qualitative do?

Qualitative analysis makes judgement on these scores

What is objective data?

based upon facts and is measurable

What is subjective data?

based upon personal opinions, assumptions, interpretations and beliefs

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TermDefinition

What is quantitative data?

contains factual information and numerical values


What is qualitative data?

is subjective, as it looks at feelings, opinions and emotions

What does quantitative data compare to?

Quantitative analysis compares the scores to other people or standardised tables

What does qualitative do?

Qualitative analysis makes judgement on these scores

What is objective data?

based upon facts and is measurable

What is subjective data?

based upon personal opinions, assumptions, interpretations and beliefs

What is validity?

It ensures that the test is valid and set up in such a way to produce reliable results

What questions should be asked to assess the validity of a fitness test?

. Is the research method relevant and does it do exactly what it sets out to do?
. Is the test sports specific?

What is reliability?

It means that a test produces results that are consistent and can be repeated with the same outcome

To ensure a test is reliable what considerations should be taken into account?

. Tester must be experienced
. Equipment must be standardised
. Sequencing of tests is important
. Repetition of test should be possible to avoid human error